Mental Health Classroom Assistant

Leader Education; Ferryhill; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a compassionate Learning Support Assistant to join their team at a Pupil Referral Unit. This rewarding role involves working with young people who face challenges in traditional educational settings. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and a patient demeanor, as they support pupils on their educational journey. With a focus on growth and well-being, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners. Join a dedicated team committed to fostering success and well-being in every child.

Benefits

Competitive Pay Rates

Refer a Friend Bonus Scheme

Free CPD including Team Teach

Dedicated Consultant Support

Qualifications

• Experience working with children exhibiting challenging behaviour is desirable.
• Understanding of safeguarding and welfare of children is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support children aged 5-16 with challenging behaviour in a PRU.
• Implement tailored interventions and programmes to aid learning.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Compassion

Resilience

Understanding of Safeguarding

Experience with Challenging Behaviour

Education

Enhanced DBS

Job description

Leader Education are recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant to work at a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU). This unit caters children aged from 5-16 years old for permanently excluded pupils, those identified as close to permanent exclusion and those who cannot attend school because of health needs. The ideal candidate will be compassionate and patient as well as some relevant experience working alongside young people that may demonstrate elements of challenging behaviour.

The most recent Ofsted inspection for this PRU was reported as "Good" with their core values being growth, respect, opportunity and well-being and continuing to enable pupils to succeed through targeted interventions and programmes.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• An enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Some experience working with or alongside pupils that may exhibit some elements of challenging behaviour is desirable
• A compassionate, resilient and patient personality
• A great understanding of safeguarding and the welfare of children and young people
• Be familiar with some tailored interventions and programmes that are used to support children and young people experiencing
  
  

Leader Education can offer

• Competitive pay rates
• Refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme: £100 per referral (terms apply)
• Free CPD including Team Teach.
• A dedicated consultant to answer any queries and for ongoing support.
  
  

Interested candidates are invited to submit a comprehensive CV outlining their teaching experience and qualifications that are relevant to this role. Please email your CV . or call us on 0333 577 5034.

Leader Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. All applicants must go through a thorough vetting procedure, including enhanced DBS and reference checks.

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Leader Recruitment Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.